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Pediatrics of South Florida
Medical Assistant
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$36,747 / year median in Florida
+21% projected growth
Job Description
Job Pediatrics of South Florida has an excellent opportunity for a Medical Assistant. As an established and fast-growing practice, we are looking for a skilled, outgoing and reliable employee with experience in pediatrics to join our team. We are currently looking to fill a position for our Homestead location. Preference will be given to those applicants who have experience in pediatrics, urgent care centers, or related specialties. Job Duties and Skills
- Provide initial patient evaluation
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean while sterilizing and disposing of contaminated supplies
- Fulfill medical orders for treatments, prescription/refills, administration of medication, ancillary testing, and referrals
- Maintain communication with hospitals to obtain results (lab and x-ray results)
- Assist doctors in any necessary procedures (injections, removing sutures, etc.) and administer immunizations and medicine injections
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
- Maintain a professional demeanor along with a warm and welcoming bedside manner
- Time management and ability to work well in a dynamic, fast paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- MA diploma / Certification
- 1 year of Medical Assistant experience preferred
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred Pay
- Competitive and based on experience